Pennsylvania Democrat Leaves Party, Endorses Trump: “We’re in the Fight for Our Literal Lives”
In a striking political shift, Pennsylvania Democrat Steve Rosenberg has announced his decision to leave the Democratic Party and throw his support behind former President Donald Trump for the 2024 election. In a recent interview with Fox News, Rosenberg expressed his deep concerns over the direction of the Democratic Party, citing its growing embrace of extremist ideologies and anti-Israel sentiment as the primary reasons for his departure.
Rosenberg made his case during an appearance on America’s Newsroom, hosted by Dana Perino, where he emphasized that for Jewish voters, Trump is the only viable candidate in November. “If you’re a Jew, if you’re pro-Israel, there’s only one candidate here,” Rosenberg stated, underscoring that Trump’s track record on supporting Israel speaks for itself.
He also pointed a finger at key figures in Vice President Kamala Harris’s circle, accusing them of harboring anti-Israel views. “Kamala Harris has surrounded herself with some of the worst Jew haters that there are. Maher Bitar… Philip Gordon, Ilan Goldenberg’s got a nice name, but if you look at their records, they are pro-Iran. They are not pro-Israel,” Rosenberg argued.
A Growing Divide on Jewish and Pro-Israel Issues
Rosenberg’s comments reflect a broader concern among pro-Israel voters who feel alienated by the Democratic Party’s shift on Middle Eastern policy. “To me, all the other issues that are on the table, whether you be climate-oriented, abortion-oriented, whatever your orientation is, if you are not focused on being a Jew and being pro-Israel right now, we are in the fight for our literal lives,” Rosenberg stressed.
He further added, “And all those issues won’t be there if we’re dead in four years. They’re trying to kill us.” This heightened rhetoric signals the seriousness with which Rosenberg views the current political climate, particularly regarding Israel’s security.
Jewish Voters and Trump
Historically, Jewish voters have overwhelmingly supported Democratic candidates. However, Rosenberg believes that support for Trump is quietly growing within the Jewish community, even if many are reluctant to admit it publicly. “Some are afraid to say that they’re going to support Donald Trump for whatever the reasons are,” Rosenberg said, suggesting that fear of social backlash may be playing a role.
While acknowledging that some Jewish voters remain hesitant to endorse Trump due to concerns about the events of January 6th, Rosenberg dismissed these worries as misplaced. “They’re worried about what happened on January 6th, which is insanity to me, because they’re not worried about what happens in the country every single day, which is 10 times worse than January 6th,” he stated.
A Call to Action
Rosenberg’s message to Jewish voters was clear: “If you are a Jew and you are worried and not worried about your literal existence, then I don’t know what else to tell you.” He framed the upcoming election as a life-or-death issue, particularly for those who support Israel and oppose the growing influence of pro-Iran figures in Democratic leadership.
As Rosenberg’s endorsement of Trump adds another layer to the 2024 election, it highlights the shifting political allegiances among key voting blocs, especially in battleground states like Pennsylvania.